Research Scientist Evidera

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Job description

* Research Scientist - Patient PREFERENCEs *

*We are looking to fill this role in Bethesda, MD; London, UK or remotely.

* One of the largest in-house teams dedicated to preference elicitation and related decision analysis. Our clients include all major pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers globally. Our work enables these clients to understand which treatment or device attributes are meaningful to patients, how patients trade-off across these attributes, and what are the implications of such patient preference data for decisions that include regulatory approval and reimbursement of medicines. We specialize in the application of stated preference techniques, such as discrete choice experiment, best worst scaling and swing weighting. *

* You would be joining a fast growing, successful team, operating at the cutting edge of the science of incorporating stakeholder preferences into health care decision making. We have developed an innovative, collaborative culture, aimed at developing and sharing good practice in preference research, both internally and externally. We are looking for someone who will thrive in this environment. *

* Position Overview: *

As a Research Scientist, you will be an independent PI, with scientific and strategic responsibility for preference and/or multi-criteria decision analysis studies (MCDA) projects; delegating project management tasks to more junior scientific staff. You will oversee and participate in a large project portfolio, innovate scientifically, produces output of high scientific quality, and assume significant responsibilities for sales targets and client development.

* Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned): *

Science

* Leads studies of high scientific quality, presenting scientific work in peer-reviewed journals and at professional meetings
* Provides scientific leadership to team members, and contributes to the development of the way that preference methods are delivered by the team.

Strategy/Consulting

* Develops and maintains client relationships.
* Identifies scientific methods/plans that help clients meet their goals.
* Helps clients prepare for regulatory meetings and attend regulatory meetings with clients as requested.

Financial & Business Development

* Brings in proposal leads.
* Writes proposals and managing proposal writing process.
* Closes sales.

Project Management

* Responsible for ensuring client timelines are met.
* Responsible for ensuring project does not to exceed contracted budget.

PCR Operations Support

* Supervises mid- level scientific staff.
* Develops and presents internal scientific trainings.
* Participates in staff recruitment efforts (phone screening, interviewing, attending presentations, etc.).
* Conforms to SOPs and other requirements.
* Actively supports new product development and scientific innovation.

*Qualifications:*

* Education, Professional Skills & Experience: *

* Doctorate in scientific discipline and more than 3-5 years' experience in relevant field; or
* Master's degree in scientific discipline and more than 5-7 years' experience in relevant field
* MS Word, PPT, Excel; familiarity with SAS or similar data analysis software
* Deep understanding of health outcomes research/patient preference principles and familiarity with key aspects of the literature (historical and current)
* Advanced level understanding of relevant methodology and statistics
* Extensive knowledge of practical research implementation
* Well-developed communication skills and scientific writing skills
* Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Demonstrates ability to independently manage, oversee, and/or lead a variety of project-related tasks and effectively delegates tasks to project team
* Demonstrates ability to manage client relationships
* Collaborative team member, capable of efficient multi-tasking

* Personal Skills & Competencies: *

* Deep and demonstrated understanding of preference elicitation techniques, such as discrete choice experiments (DCE), best-worst scaling (BWS), or swing weighting.
* Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and guidelines.
* Understanding of the pharmaceutical industry.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Ability to direct large portfolio of projects in terms of dollar volume and number of projects.
* Able to provide oversight, management, and mentoring to more junior staff.
* Excellent ability to develop and maintain client relationships.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills: scientific, professional, and consulting.
* Ability to develop positive, collegial, and productive relationships with colleagues and clients.
* Excellent time management and logistic skills to be highly effective in fast-paced, deadline-driven work environment.

Employees hired in this role may be assigned to a US government contract and if so would be subject to COVID-19 vaccination and reporting requirements.

* About Evidera: *

Evidera is a business within in Pharmaceutical Product Development, LLC (PPD) a leading global contract research organization (CRO), and a is a preeminent provider of evidence-based solutions. We provide integrated scientific expertise and global operational capabilities to help clients generate the evidence needed to optimize the market access and commercial potential of products.

* Perks: *

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, with clear opportunities for growth and career progression. You will have the opportunity to work on multiple projects with some of the industry's leading researchers. Our offices boast a fun and collaborative working environment, frequent social events and a robust support system. We are committed to providing training and professional development, with ample opportunity to advance, for all our staff.

* Evidera's Core Competencies: *

* Customer Focus
* Initiative
* Teamwork
* Problem Solving/Judgment
* Accountability

If you resonate with our core competencies and want to contribute to research and consulting services driven by world-class science and thought leadership, then please submit your application - we'd love to hear from you.

PPD values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:

* Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.
* Able to work upright and stationary for typical working hours.
* Ability to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.
* Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.
* May require travel. (Recruiter will provide more details.)